Juhu Beach

History

Juhu Beach is an attractive beach located in the western suburbs of Mumbai. This beach has a carnival like ambience year round and is considered a relaxation spot for the local people.

Spread across a stretch of 6kms on the shores of Arabian Sea, this beautiful site is well-known for its mesmerising sunset view during the evening. The setting sun presents a sky in shades of red and orange and makes a perfect view for the onlooker.

A popular haunt for all away from monotonous city life, Juhu Beach has more than sand and sun. It is brimming with Mumbai's own street food which is a temptation in itself, hard to resist. One could relish lip smacking specialities like Bhel Puri, Pani Puri, Sev Puri, Chaats and don't miss out on the mouth-watering Pav Bhaji. Because the stalls are located on the beach side, one may not be sure of hygiene of these foods, but if even that fails to lure you, be assured that you have a clutch of some of the most lavish hotels and restaurants in the vicinity to keep your taste buds satisfied.

Juhu Beach is always crowded, and on weekends, the beach is teeming with vendors selling everything under the sun. You can also find some peculiar entertainment like dancing monkeys, snake charmers, horse and donkey rides, toy sellers and acrobats.

The rolling waves, sand and scenic beauty and lively environment combine together to make Juhu Beach one of the famous tourist attractions of Mumbai.

Best time to visit

The beach can be visited anytime of the year but people are mostly like to come here in the evening for a view of the sunset and to feel the cool evening breeze.

Trivia

Juhu beach is on the flight path, so a popular place to watch the planes as that take off or come in for landing at the Mumbai airport.